Remote European Label Growth Manager

confidential; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Digital builds the music distribution and catalog protection platform for independent labels. We are seeking a Label Manager who understands how indie labels operate and who can work with the best of them.

This fully remote role is open to candidates based anywhere in the European Union. You will manage partner labels, guide release planning, coordinate editorial pitches, and translate catalog analytics into clear, actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in label management, music distribution, or label operations.
• Deep knowledge of the DSP ecosystem (Spotify, Apple Music, Beatport, etc.)
• Command of metadata standards (ISRC, UPC, DDEX) and rights management.
• Excellent English communication; French is a strong plus.
• Rigorous organization across multiple releases with strong data literacy.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of partner labels, from onboarding to long-term growth.
• Guide labels through release planning, metadata quality and delivery to major platforms.
• Coordinate DSP editorial pitches and promotional campaigns for priority releases.
• Turn catalog analytics into actionable recommendations.
• Support labels on contracts, splits, royalty statements and artist payouts.
• Bring label feedback to the product team.

Skills

Label management

Music distribution

Data literacy

English communication

Job description

Forward Digital builds the music distribution and catalog protection platform for independent labels. We are seeking a Label Manager who understands how indie labels operate and who can work with the best of them.

This fully remote role is open to candidates based anywhere in the European Union. You will manage partner labels, guide release planning, coordinate editorial pitches, and translate catalog analytics into clear, actionable recommendations.